*[Enwl-eng] Could brain waves help us measure pain more effectively?

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Demystifying pain The experience of pain has long seemed one of science’s most imponderable black boxes, but a new study suggests it may be possible to shine a little light into this darkness. Building on work that has connected pain to the generation of certain brain waves, neuroscientists can now demonstrate that people’s brains respond very differently to the same stimuli. As the science develops, clinicians and researchers could potentially supplement personal, subjective ratings from patients with a more objective pain scale, ushering in the next generation of bespoke analgesics.  Last week, we presented research warning that a critical ocean system that brings warm water up the North Atlantic, also known as the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), was at risk of collapse by 2095. If proven correct, this scenario could see temperatures drop by 5 to 10 degrees in Europe.  The study has been controversial so we sat down for an in-depth conversation with its authors, the siblings Peter and Susanne Ditlevsen, from the University of Copenhagen, to discuss findings that could have devastating consequences for the continent.  Moving on to the permafrosted relations between Westminster and Brussels post-Brexit, the UK and EU are still yet to formalise a defence policy, though Michel Barnier, the EU’s former chief Brexit negotiator believes the thaw is coming. As ever, though, domestic politics may determine how the wind blows.  In lighter and more uplifting news, a study provides much-needed ammunition against ageist stereotypes in business. After following 3,000 new ventures over nearly a decade, researchers have concluded that entrepreneurs over the age of 50 are considerably more likely to bring radical products and services to market, in large part thanks to their experience and wealth. Whether this can counter dominant narratives of youthful go-getters remains to be seen but perhaps truly fresh ideas can emerge only after all the cliches have been exhausted.  This year marks the centenary of the death of impressionist and luminist master Joaquin Sorolla. Remembered particularly for his paintings of bright Mediterranean summers, retrospectives of his work currently abound. Long before Barbie’s Ken declared his job to be "just beach", the visionary from Valencia had arguably mapped the quintessence of summer sublime. If your job for the next few weeks is also "just beach", make sure you choose a pair of sunglasses with proper filters. This and our other tips can help protect your eyes in the hot summer sun. - Natalie Sauer, head of the English section at The Conversation France   Why pain is so hard to measure – and how our study of brainwaves could help An objective way to measure pain is the holy grail of pain research. Gamma waves may be part of the answer.  Was this email forwarded to you? Join the hundreds of thousands of people who subscribe to email newsletters from The Conversation. Subscribe now. Recap Atlantic collapse: Q&A with scientists behind controversial study predicting a colder Europe The EU is making overtures for a post-Brexit defence collaboration with the UK – but London isn't listening Ditching the young entrepreneur myth: research shows over-50s are the more radical innovators   For the curious Don't risk the health of your eyes this summer – how to correctly choose sunglasses and avoid swimming pool infections How Joaquín Sorolla's paintings shed light on social realities   Podcast Researchers are constantly pushing at the edges of human knowledge. In a global podcast from The Conversation, Dan Merino and Nehal El-Hadi get leading scientists and scholars to connect new discoveries with the biggest trends, ideas and issues of today. New episodes every Thursday. Follow wherever you get your podcasts. Recommended newsletters for you Global, best of the network, twice a week. Curated by the executive editors. Give it a go Imagine, deep dives in possible climate actions. Give it a go       The Conversation is an independent source of news and views, sourced from the academic and research community and delivered direct to the public. You are receiving this email because you have signed up to a weekly newsletter about Europe from The Conversation.  From: Natalie at The Conversation Sent: Thursday, August 10, 2023 2:02 PM Subject: Could brain waves help us measure pain more effectively?

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